John Stevenson Foster
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Aramark Gulf Ltd
11.2016 - Current
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Maintained systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements & compliance
General Manager
Aramark Ltd, Sparsholt College
07.2015 - 10.2016
- Mobilized the contract from the outset
- Managed budget expectations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract challenges.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices and company procedures
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through contract development.
General Manager
Aramark Ltd, Thorney Island Army Barracks
06.2012 - 06.2015
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Deputy General Manager
Aramark Ltd, City Of London Freeman's School
10.2006 - 06.2015
- Maintained qualified staff and communicated areas of accountability and expected performance.
- Employed best practices and management controls to provide superior service to internal and external customers.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Deputy General Manager
The Centre Court Hotel & Health Club
09.2005 - 10.2006
General Manager
The Angel Hotel
11.2003 - 09.2005
Food & Beverage Manager
Hilton Brighton Metropole Hotel
04.2002 - 11.2003
Operations Manager
Hilton Avisford Park Hotel & Golf Club
05.2000 - 04.2002
Conference & Banqueting Operations Manager
Hilton Avisford Park Hotel & Golf Club
11.1998 - 05.2000
Conference & Banqueting Operations Manager
Marriott Goodwood Park Hotel & Golf Club
09.1994 - 11.1998
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Marriott Goodwood Park & Golf Club
06.1993 - 09.1994
Education
City & Guilds - Hospitality & Catering
Chichester College of Technology
Chichester, West Sussex, UK06.1988
Secondary School Education -
Felpham Comprehensive School
Felpham, West Sussex, UK06.1986
Skills
Basic Food Hygiene EHO
Basic Health & Safety EHO
Stock Management Whitbread
Managing People Whitbread
Time Management Marriott Hotels / TMI
Foundations of Leadership Marriott Hotels
Craft Trainer Award (CTA) Whitbread
Group Trainer Award (GTA) Whitbread
National Licensee Cert 2001
Full On License Holder 2001 – 2015
Managing your Business Hilton – 2001 / 2002
Appointed Person First Aid 2003
Personal License Holder 2005 – 2015
5 Day First Aid 2005
Group Training Techniques (GTT)2005
Safer Recruitment 2011
IOSH Certificate 2012
CRB-UK Criminal Records Bureau 2006 - 2016
Level 3 Intermediate Food Hygiene 2012
Bosiet / H2S - Current
Halal Awareness
Timeline
Operations Manager
Aramark Gulf Ltd
11.2016 - Current
General Manager
Aramark Ltd, Sparsholt College
07.2015 - 10.2016
General Manager
Aramark Ltd, Thorney Island Army Barracks
06.2012 - 06.2015
Deputy General Manager
Aramark Ltd, City Of London Freeman's School
10.2006 - 06.2015
Deputy General Manager
The Centre Court Hotel & Health Club
09.2005 - 10.2006
General Manager
The Angel Hotel
11.2003 - 09.2005
Food & Beverage Manager
Hilton Brighton Metropole Hotel
04.2002 - 11.2003
Operations Manager
Hilton Avisford Park Hotel & Golf Club
05.2000 - 04.2002
Conference & Banqueting Operations Manager
Hilton Avisford Park Hotel & Golf Club
11.1998 - 05.2000
Conference & Banqueting Operations Manager
Marriott Goodwood Park Hotel & Golf Club
09.1994 - 11.1998
Assistant Restaurant Manager
Marriott Goodwood Park & Golf Club
06.1993 - 09.1994
City & Guilds - Hospitality & Catering
Chichester College of Technology
Secondary School Education -
Felpham Comprehensive School
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